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What does it mean when a small orange triangle appears over the lock in the browser window ?

When clicking on a certain website a small orange "triangle"appear in the browser window using Windows 7 Ultimate. Please advise corrective action.

When clicking on a certain website a small orange "triangle"appear in the browser window using Windows 7 Ultimate. Please advise corrective action.

Chosen solution

Perhaps your next question is, "Should I be concerned?"

It depends on the type of site. If it's your bank, or another site that handles sensitive information, RED ALERT.

If it's a discussion board, not really a problem.

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This usually means that there is mixed content coming from an open HTTP connection present on a secure HTTPS page. Firefox doesn't block mixed passive content by default, but shows a padlock with a yellow exclamation mark. You can click this special icon for more information.

The Web Console displays what specific content this is about.

Chosen Solution

Perhaps your next question is, "Should I be concerned?"

It depends on the type of site. If it's your bank, or another site that handles sensitive information, RED ALERT.

If it's a discussion board, not really a problem.

Modified by jscher2000 - Support Volunteer